2003 Corolla, Brakes "grabby", Squeaking, Dealer Says they're fine

[hackwriter]

I have a 2003 Corolla CE with about 48,000 miles on it. I had the front brake pads replaced and the rotors resurfaced by the dealer at 34,000 miles in July 2007. Now the [COLOR=blue ! important][COLOR=blue ! important]brakes[/color][/color] are squeaking when stopping at low speeds, and they feel "grabby" -- very sensitive. Last Tuesday (11/25) I slowed down to go around a curve on a wet entrance ramp to a highway, and the brakes seemed to lock up -- and I went skidding off the road. Didn't hit anything, wasn't hurt, but was freaked out. After the day was dry, and going back home from work, I tested the brakes a few times to dry out any residual moisture and they were OK -- but they still squeak [COLOR=blue ! important][COLOR=blue ! important]braking[/color][/color] at low speed.

I just had the [COLOR=blue ! important][COLOR=blue ! important]car[/color][/color] to the dealer on 11/22, they checked the brakes and said they were fine. But I am afraid to drive the car on a wet road now. I've decided to have my local mechanic (who is trustworthy) look at them. Has this happened to anyone else? Any idea what it could be that I can have my local guy check?

Thanks to all for your help.

[alexanj1]

Had the same squeaky break issue for past two years; brought the 03 Corolla to dealership 4 times!! each time problem was temporarily resolved, then the noise came back a month later. Dealer says there's no widespread issue & no recalls!?! Strange... My son met a complete stranger at the mall having the same break noise issue and was told the same thing by a different dealer...Glad to see this issue discussed here.

[bbsgarage]

I would suggest that you read This article about breaking in brakes